School Gets Carbon Monoxide Detectors

St. Charles — Carbon monoxide detectors have been installed throughout St. Charles High School to help guard against air hazards.

Thirty people at the high school were hospitalized Oct. 7 after complaining of dizziness and headaches. Tests have not turned up a cause.

"Although there has been no evidence of carbon monoxide gas in the school, we're taking every precaution to ensure the safety of our students and staff," Supt. John Vanko said.

Community Unit District 303 has nearly completed a $277,300 project to improve the high school's ventilation units and install a new boiler. A study recommended such measures to bring more oxygen into the building.